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The Words of Medicine

The Words of Medicine Sources, Meanings, and Delights

Hardback (01 Jan 2001)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Neither encyclopedia nor dictionary, but rather, a narrative journey through the medical vocabulary from its origins in the writings of classical Greek and Roman physicians to the almost daily coinage of new words today, revealing the revolutionary changes in medicine through the millennia. Practical tips on usage and avoiding common errors make th

Book information

ISBN: 9780398071325
Publisher: Charles C. Thomas
Imprint: Charles C. Thomas
Pub date:
DEWEY: 610.14
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 424
Weight: 1111g
Height: 254mm
Width: 184mm
Spine width: 31mm